Journey Youth Group
The formation of Israel, the chosen people of God, the Church of the Old Testament, took time and patience. They were a stubborn and rebellious people who needed constant provision and guidance. God brought His people through the waters of the sea and out of slavery to the Egyptians. He shaped and formed them as a nation in their journey through the wilderness to the Promised Land. This time was critical and formational for the nation of Israel. We are all sojourners in this life, but there are certainly critical and formational times in our lives where our journey is especially important. Our Youth, having been brought into the Church through the waters of baptism, are now in a critical time. They, like the Israelites, like all of us, can sometimes be stubborn and rebellious, yet they too are on a journey to the Promised Land, a place where fellowship with God will be intimate and complete. In Journey Youth Group we seek to fellowship together as we journey through this formational time in life. We hope to grow in our relationships with each other and with God in our collective and personal journeys at this stage in life. We fellowship with each other through many activities and explore topics during the week that relate to the influences of the world and aspects of life that particularly affect the youth in their stage of the journey. On Sundays we focus on God’s revelation through His most powerful Word. It is Him alone who can carry us on and in whom we find our refuge and strength. We hope that more will come with us on this journey as we go and look forward to meeting those people. Please come alongside and join our Journey Youth Group.

Regular Events:
Wednesdays 6:00-7:30 PM: Every Wednesday following a fellowship meal we meet in the Journey Youth House at 44 East Par Street. We are currently going through a series on the songs we listen to the most and what they teach. All are welcome, come out and join us!

Sundays - 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM: Every Sunday we have Sunday School from 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM in the Journey Loft. We are currently journeying through the book of James.

Special events:
We also meet for fun during the weekends for special events. We have many exciting events planned for 2009 such as camping, white water rafting, ice skating, movies, an X-box 360 tournament, and more. Click here for a detailed list of our 2009 plans.

For more information about our youth group, please contact Samuel Weems at youth@collegeparkpres.org or 407-617-6160.

Children's Music Ministry
Our philosophy is that we would engage children and teach them about worship. We want our children to learn that "little hearts and minds" can worship in a big way! It is our desire that the children develop personal relationships with God that gow deeper through music and worship. We want our children to see that music is a gift that God gives us, which we can use to learn, grow, have fun, and most importantly, give praise to God.

We look forward to teaching our children about worshipping God through music and are excited to share this opportunity with our Church family and with our whole community.

Please contact Benita Weems for more information at
childrensmusic@collegeparkpres.org

Music
Psalm 150 says, “Let everything that has breath praise the LORD.” This is the very heart of worship at College Park Presbyterian Church. We are a traditional based worship experience utilizing hymns, choral, organ, and handbell music within the confines of our beautiful sanctuary. Grounded in the hymns of Charles Wesley, Martin Luther, and J. S. Bach, we use all forms of music including those by both classical and christian contemporary artists. The chancel choir is the central worship team comprised of voluntary singers from within the congregation committed to musical and spiritual growth. Each year the chancel choir performs A Hometown Christmas based on the Lessons and Carols from Kings College in England and The Bach Easter Cantata on Good Friday. Music opportunities abound as we have a Bell Choir and small ensembles such as the Men’s and Women’s choirs that perform often. We are committed to training our children as all of our young ones have an opportunity to sing in the children’s choir or play bells in the children’s bell choir. You don’t need to have the best voice, play an instrument, or be a professional musician to be a part of our Music family. We are everyday people making music for the King of Kings and Lord of Lords.

Choir
Come and join us as we praise the Lord as a part of our choir.

Bells 
Praising the Lord through music is something all of us can do through the bell choir. You don’t need to be able to read music just having a willing spirit is all that is required. Don't miss out on this opportunity to glorify God through this wonderful ministry.

The Adventurers
Have fun and stay young! Men and Women!

A ministry just for you and your friends.
While others are working, we plan to enjoy opportunities during weekdays at church and we’ll do some venturing out, too! Do you still like to laugh, learn, live it up and uplift others? Then we need YOU! You’re never too old to stay young and have fun!

December Meeting, Wednesday, December 16th
Commemorate the Battle of the Bulge Day! Going to Cracker Barrel. Each person will order their own meal.

The Adventurers meet the last Wednesday of each month in Fellowship Hall from 11:00 a.m. until we are done!

Bread Ministry
Be a part of our bread ministry which bakes, packages and hands out bread to all of first time visitors.  This is a great way to be involved at the church right form your own home. So if you love to bake, this ministry is for you.

Ushers
Our ushers are a warm, welcoming and outgoing group of people who are always looking for others to join them. If you want to assist people finding a seat or giving them a bulletin, this is the ministry for you.

Flowers
You can sponsor the flowers for the Sunday Worship Service in honor of a loved one or in memory of a loved one. Flower arrangements are $25.00 each. Please sign the flower calendar in the Narthex or call the office.

Men's Ministry
Racing Toward Armageddon: The Three Great Religions and the Plot to End the World
In Racing Toward Armageddon, Michael Baigent, the New York Times bestselling author of The Jesus Papers and Holy Blood, Holy Grail, exposes the conspiracy of religious extremists in the Holy Land and their efforts to bring about the end of the world in our lifetime. Baigent expose the many diverse, public, and clandestine figures who are driving this perilous messianic message forward, and poses a pressing question: can we really afford to remain oblivious much longer?
Come join us every Thursday morning at 7:30am.

Woman's Groups
Presbyterian Women at College Park Presbyterian Church are organized into two circles:

The Faith Circle meets on the first Wednesday of each month in the morning.

The Grace Circle meets in the evenings of the third Tuesday of each month.
Both use the Horizon's Bible Study as the educational program. In addition, both circles participate in national, local, and congregational missions that enhance the lives of all people from the perspectives of women of faith.

Circles are an extension of the church and all women are invited to participate and take part in the variety of activities meant to challenge and stretch and reach into the lives of others who have needs. Circles provide an opportunity for women in a congregation to nurture new and old friendships and to strengthen the church family. In addition, the close relationships formed in circles give rise to leadership opportunities and the richness that comes when groups of women grow together in the faith; learn to support each other as well as communities outside of the church; and discover the effectiveness of group work in the name of Jesus Christ.

Although the Presbyterian Women of College Park can often be found in hospitality activities, their work is far broader and inclusive than the images sometimes portrayed. Women of College Park can be found in every aspect of church life.

Sunday School Classes
Join us every Sunday morning in the chapel at 9:15 for a few minutes of fellowship and announcements before heading off to Sunday school at 9:30. We have classes for all ages.

Fellowship Meals
Don't miss our scrumptious Pot Luck Luncheons on the fourth Sunday of the scheduled months following the worship service. Bring your favorite home made dish to share with everyone and get ready to experience the best food anywhere. We have refrigerators, freezers, ovens and microwaves to keep and/or warm up your delicacy.

The Voice Newsletter
Get the latest news and views in College Park's monthly church newsletter sent right to your door or available to be picked up at church. You can even contribute articles and help with interesting news tidbits.

Small Group Bible Study
On the 4th Friday of each month, at 7:00 p.m., we are studying the book of Hebrews. "Long ago God spoke to our ancestors in many and various ways by the prophets, but in these last days he has spoken to us by a Son" begins the book of Hebrews. Please join us as we seek to understand and grow through this word from God. It is a book of deep theology that helps bind both Old and New Testaments. It is a book of pastoral care that desires the Church to grow in maturity and wisdom. The book of Hebrews weaves a beautiful tapestry of theology and exhortation which we as the Church of today need just as much as the Church of the past. This study will begin in January and will be taught by Samuel Weems. If you are interested in joining please contact Samuel Weems or Mary Ealy for more information.

Office Angels
If you have some time during the week and would like to come in and help out around the office this is the perfect opportunity for you. You can be an “Office Angel” by helping fold and stuff the bulletin or help out with other fun things. You can work once a week, once a month or once a year and be a blessing to the church.
407-898-4671-- Please call to begin volunteering or for more volunteer opportunities.

S.O.S.
Our S.O.S. ministry (Serving Our Soldiers) is for people who are willing to write letters, send care packages, and commit to pray for our troops and their families. All you need is some free time and a desire to share the love of Christ with our troops through this ministry. We are also looking for someone who feels called to help facilitate this ministry for the church. If you want to be involved or help lead this ministry, please contact the office. Help us show our troops that they are a part of the College Park family!
Please call to begin volunteering or for more volunteer opportunities.
407-898-4671

Weddings
If you or someone you know is looking to have their wedding then look no further than our church. We have one of the most requested sanctuaries in all of central Florida. Our facility has multiple places to hold your wedding and can accommodate any size as well as a reception if needed. Our friendly staff will be glad to help you through the process.

If you have any questions, please email: weddings@collegeparkpres.org

Just download the forms attached and let the memories begin.

Marriage Policies & Fees  

Wedding Information Form  

The Big Give
What started out as a small idea has really turned into a Big Give. Pastor Jeff gave $100 each to 3 congregation members with the challenge to affect the community for Christ. What resulted was more than anyone could have expected. Check out the video below to see what happened! Amazingly "The Big Give" is still giving long after the Church "contest" was over. Contact us here at College Park Presbyterian Church to find out how you can be involved in The Big Give.

Click here to watch The Big Give video. (Windows Media format)